"Beginner's Guide to Dead Sails: Master the Basics"

Embarking on the journey of *Dead Sails* isn't as straightforward as it might seem at first glance. As a captain, you're not just navigating through calm waters; you're battling for survival, managing resources, and fending off monstrous adversaries. Here's your comprehensive guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and reaching that coveted 100k meters finish line swiftly.

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Table of contents

Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails Before You Set Sail How To Choose A Class What To Do In Towns Dead Sails Tips & Tricks Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel How To Survive The Night Which Weapon To Choose Best Items To Collect

Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails

Screenshot by The Escapist. If you're new to Dead Sails, don't fret. Much like its predecessor, Dead Rails, the premise is simple: you're the captain of a ship tasked with sailing a straight line for 10 thousand meters between towns, with the ultimate goal of reaching 100k meters. The key? Keep moving, maintain your fuel, and stay alive. Sounds easy, but the devil is in the details.

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby before starting a round is a treasure trove of information, albeit at a cost. As a new player, you begin with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency. While it might be tempting to splurge on boats or immediate necessities like bandages and weapons, remember that you'll find plenty of these items during your journey.

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. Our advice? Invest those 15 Dabloons in a class. These are in-game perks that you purchase in a loot box format, costing 3 Dabloons each. You might get lucky on your first try and secure a class that suits your playstyle. Options include Common and Uncommon classes like Pirate and Gunslinger. For a detailed breakdown, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist.

What To Do In Towns

Screenshot by The Escapist. Upon starting a round, you'll find yourself in a town with your ship docked. These towns appear every 10 thousand meters and serve as your safe havens, offering various amenities:

• Trading Hut: Sell collected items.
• General Store: Purchase items to aid your journey.
• Hospital: Heal yourself.
• Gun Shop: Buy guns and ammunition.
• Sheriff’s: Collect bounty money for pirate and creature corpses.

Starting with a blunt weapon like a pickaxe or hammer, there's no rush to buy a firearm immediately. Instead, prioritize purchasing coal—spend all your money on it. Fuel is crucial in Dead Sails; without it, your journey ends.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

While the gameplay may seem straightforward, you'll encounter various buildings and structures along your route, not to mention the undead creatures that attack. Here's how to master the game:

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Screenshot by The Escapist. Your ship runs on coal, with each chunk adding 20% more fuel. You could technically reach the end by purchasing 5 coal pieces at each town, but where's the adventure in that?

Explore off your ship to find collectible items marked as "fuel," which add a modest 5% increase. However, the most efficient method (apart from coal) is using the corpses of the undead you defeat. They're not only a necessity for survival but also an excellent fuel source.

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime in Dead Sails ramps up the difficulty, with visibility dropping significantly. If you die, it's game over.

The ideal strategy is to spend the night in a town where you're safe. If that's not possible, buy Barbed Wire from a shop beforehand. Mounting this on your ship keeps mobs at bay. Without it, pause your journey and defend against any approaching creatures.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice boils down to personal preference. If you favor melee, stick with the starting hammer or pickaxe. But as you progress, you'll face tougher enemies requiring more potent weapons.

A shotgun is a solid choice, offering high damage that can handle unexpected combat situations. For those new to firearms, a revolver is a good starting point, often found in buildings and manageable for beginners.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. Everything you collect can be sold, but with a limited inventory of 10 items, prioritize wisely:

• Moyai and Bars: Available in diamond, gold, and silver, these are lucrative.
• Healing Packs: Keep these for emergencies rather than selling.
• Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use as a weapon against the undead.
• Weapons: Use or sell based on your needs.
• Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash.
• Holy Water: Found in churches, sells for 25 cash.
• Gold Llama: A rare, high-value item worth 150 cash.

Remember, you can stack items on your boat, but they'll fall off if not welded. Use the weld button (Z on the keyboard) to secure them.

And that's your beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips, and you'll soon be the most adept captain navigating these treacherous waters. For an extra edge, don't forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.